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Bishop W. Shawn McKnight greets a child and his family at the reception luncheon after the diocesan Hispanic Heritage Mass on June 23 in the Cathedral of St. Joseph.
UPDATED: Priest to Hispanic Catholics: Follow Jesus, trust him completely
Shrieks of little voices and the patter of little feet swelled across the great space of the Cathedral. Then, Father Greivin Rodriguez stepped up to break open God’s word, and people of … more
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Father Joseph Luzindana, a missionary priest serving in the Jefferson City diocese, talks about mission and the Great Commission.
Mission priest: The Church is a big family, leading people to Christ together
Only through God’s work in past missionaries did it become possible for Father Joseph Luzindana to serve as a missionary priest in the Diocese of Jefferson City. This makes him part of a … more
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Sister Virginia Meyer of the School Sisters of Notre Dame addresses friends and well-wishers at a brunch reception after Mass in St. Anthony Church in Rosati June 13 to celebrate the 70th anniversary of her religious profession.
Sr. Virginia Meyer SSND comes home to celebrate 70th anniversary
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. https://catholicmissourianonline.com/stories/photos-sister-virginia-meyer-ssnds-70th-anniversary-celebrations,5401 Sister Virginia … more
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Father Pachomius Meade OSB
Retreat leader gives priests tips on using art to pray, evangelize
The quest for a fresh encounter with God through classical avenues of truth, beauty and goodness can be enhanced by an unexpected detour. So said Benedictine Father Pachomius Meade of Conception … more
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Servant of God Julia Greeley
Servant of God Julia Greeley: The Eucharistic Angel of Denver
Servant of God Julia Greeley grew up enslaved in northeastern Missouri, became Catholic after moving to Colorado, spent her adult life on concrete acts of charity and promotion of devotion to the … more
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The last will and testament of Bishop Louis William Valentine DuBourg from Dec. 5, 1833, includes references to what to do with his slaves.
St. Louis archdiocese’s research into history with slavery reveals three bishops, priests as slaveowners
Not much is known about Harry and Jenny. Their last name is listed in records with several variations: Nebbit, Nibbit and Nesbit. But what is known is that the couple, who were enslaved for much … more
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Bishop Emeritus John R. Gaydos greets Rev. Mr. Gregory Clever, a seminarian discerning a call to Priesthood for this diocese, shortly after Rev. Mr. Clever was ordained a transitional deacon on June 1. With them is Bishop Gaydos’s successor, Bishop W. Shawn McKnight.
Bishop Gaydos returns to St. Louis area
Bishop Emeritus John R. Gaydos, who led the Jefferson City diocese from 1997 until 2018, recently moved to an apartment at St. Agnes Home, a retirement community run by the Carmelite Sisters of the … more
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Mike Maag, former board member, Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri
Embracing the Call: A reflection on service with Catholic Charities
After serving on the Board of Directors of Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO) for three consecutive three-year terms, I must now step down from the board, as required by the … more
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Father Ignatius Shin CFR, carries the Most Blessed Sacrament in procession with pilgrims from the Jefferson City diocese from Sedalia to Pilot Grove along the Katy Trail as part of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage on July 2. Pilgrims are processing the Most Blessed Sacrament by foot and by car from San Francisco to the July 17-21 National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis.
Walking, praying with Christ through the diocese
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. CLICK HERE to see another gallery of photos. CLICK HERE to see another gallery of photos. CLICK HERE to see a related video. … more
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Father Michael Coleman, a chaplain at Fr. Tolton Regional Catholic High School in Columbia, displays the custom-made St. Louis Cardinals baseball jersey that students at the school gave to him for his 40th priestly anniversary in 2021.
The Blazer gift that keeps giving
This is a firsthand recollection by a priest who has been serving as chaplain of Fr. Tolton Regional Catholic High School in Columbia, home of the Trailblazers, since its founding in 2011: I was … more
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Father Stephen Jones, pastor, joins about 180 parishioners and visitors on a recent June evening for XLT Adoration in the Cathedral of St. Joseph. The monthly event often attracts many young families to spend time with the Lord. This time, in anticipation of upcoming events in the diocese, Fr. Jones shared a passionate message about Christ fully present in the Eucharist, and why it matters.
XLT Adoration in the Cathedral — a time of Adoration and praise
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. https://catholicmissourianonline.com/stories/monthly-xlt-adoration-cathedral-of-st-joseph,5372 Newer rites of grace prevailed over … more
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Sister Rosemary Brueggen CSJ
Montgomery City native Sr. Rosemary Brueggen notes 60 years as a Sister of St. Joseph of Carondelet
Montgomery City native Sister Rosemary Brueggen has always loved Creation and working with people. That’s how God led her into consecrated religious life as a Sister of St. Joseph of … more
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A mission team consisting of Carmen Garcia, Yasica Buitrago, Alexander Almazan, Jose Almazan, Andrea Lagunas, Father Víctor Cabes Chaves of the Missionaries of the Nativity of Mary, Deacon Amapro Orozco, Deacon Enrique Castro and Ilsi Palacios gathers in the sanctuary of Iglesia los Sagrados Corazones after leading an encounter retreat there and two other retreats at Escuela Hogar, both in Mérida, Mexico, this spring.
Mission team leads children’s retreat in Mérida
SCROLL THE ARROWS to se 33 more photos. The children soaked up the good news like arid soil absorbing the rain. Some washed back up onto members of the mission team and sent them home … more
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Deacon John Weaver, Deacon David Miller, Deacon Dana Joyce, Deacon Turf Martin and Deacon John Hill join Bishop W. Shawn Mc­Knight in the Cathedral of St. Joseph after he bestowed Benemerenti Medals, a special papal honor, on them June 8 during the annual deacons’ gathering in Jefferson City.
Bishop presents papal honors to deacons
Pope Francis has bestowed special honors on several deacons in the Jefferson City diocese, for having “rendered special service to the Christian Faith.” Bishop W. Shawn Mc­Knight … more
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Jennifer Hubbard
Author to speak on staying focused on God despite grief, during luncheon at Laurie shrine
Jennifer Hubbard remembers some advice she gave both of her children when they were learning to ride a bicycle. “You steer where you stare.” “For me, it’s one of the … more
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(Front row) Tim Danze, Deacon William Seibert, Father Donald Antweiler, candidate Bob Raeth; (second row) candidate Ken Livingston, candidate Brian Harrison, Bill Yarbrough; (third row) candidate Scott Thrasher, Brian Allen, Luis Occena; (fourth row) candidate Jason Otke, Marvin Twenter, candidate Jay Bukalski; and (fifth row) Tim Terry, Bob Riebold and John Keener take part in Cursillo Men’s Weekend #73 April 25-28.
Spring Cursillos held at St. Anthony Parish in Camdenton
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see another photo. The Jefferson City diocese Cursillo movement held spring 2024 weekends at St. Anthony Parish in Camdenton. Men’s Weekend #73 was held April … more
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Father Michael Murphy, pastor of St. Robert Bellarmine Parish in St. Robert and St. Jude Parish in Richland, blesses graduating seniors and the Graduation Kits they received from the St. Robert Bellarmine Altar and Rosary Society during a special Mass April 7 in St. Robert Bellarmine Church.
A Blessing for the future — St. Robert Bellarmine honors graduating seniors
Members of St. Robert Bellarmine Parish came together April 7 to honor and celebrate its 12 graduating seniors with a dedicated Mass, followed by a fellowship meal. As part of this special … more
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Deacon Lou Leonatti
Charity and Mercy Grants
As a board member of Catholic Charities, it is a privilege to share with you the positive impact of our Charity and Mercy Grants. These grants support local parishes’ Social Ministry … more
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St. Robert Altar Society honors men on St. Joseph’s feast day
The St. Robert Bellarmine Altar and Rosary Society honored men of the parish on March 19. St. Joseph was chosen as the ideal model of positive masculinity in his role of protector and guide to … more
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Deacon Turf Martin of Sedalia and newly ordained Rev. Mr. Gregory Clever watch newly ordained Father Christopher Hoffmann bestow his first priestly blessing on Bishop W. Shawn McKnight outside the Cathedral of St. Joseph June 1 after the priestly and diaconal ordination.
Bishop ordains Fr. Hoffmann, Rev. Mr. Clever
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see additional photos. CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos. CLICK HERE to read a related story. Bishop W. Shawn McKnight placed his hands on the head of Father … more
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